Willard Travel Guide

South Portland

Willard
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Popular places to visit

Bug Light

Bug Light

You can find out about the history of South Portland with a trip to Bug Light. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.

Bug Light
Fort Preble showing wild flowers

Southern Maine Community College

Walk around the campus at Southern Maine Community College during your visit to South Portland. Amble around this family-friendly area's waterfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Southern Maine Community College
Fort Preble showing a lighthouse and a garden as well as a small group of people

Fort Preble

On the South Portland waterfront, survey the scene of the Battle of Portland Harbor, which is the only known Civil War conflict fought in Maine.

Fort Preble

Maine Mall

3.5/5(6 reviews)

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Maine Mall during your stay in South Portland. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.

Maine Mall

Willard Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Willard Beach during your travels in South Portland?

Willard Beach

South Portland Historical Society Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at South Portland Historical Society Museum in South Portland. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.

South Portland Historical Society Museum

Things to do

Port City Light Cruise

Port City Lights Cruise

£29
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Port City Lights Cruise
Portland: Maine Lighthouses Sightseeing Cruise with Drinks

Portland: Maine Lighthouses Sightseeing Cruise with Drinks

£51
per adult
Portland: Maine Lighthouses Sightseeing Cruise with Drinks
Portland: Sunset Lighthouse Cruise in Casco Bay with Drinks

Portland: Sunset Lighthouse Cruise in Casco Bay with Drinks

£51
per adult
Portland: Sunset Lighthouse Cruise in Casco Bay with Drinks
Afternoon Windjammer Cruise Along the Coast of Portland Maine

Afternoon Windjammer Cruise Along the Coast of Portland Maine

£50
per adult
Afternoon Windjammer Cruise Along the Coast of Portland Maine
Sunset Lighthouse Harbor Cruise from Portland's Old Port

Sunset Lighthouse Harbor Cruise from Portland's Old Port

£51
per adult
Sunset Lighthouse Harbor Cruise from Portland's Old Port
Scenic Lighthouse Boat Cruise from Portland's Old Port

Scenic Lighthouse Boat Cruise from Portland's Old Port

£60
per adult
Scenic Lighthouse Boat Cruise from Portland's Old Port
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Top hotels in Willard

Days Inn by Wyndham Airport/Maine Mall

Days Inn by Wyndham Airport/Maine Mall

2 out of 5
461 Maine Mall Rd, South Portland, ME
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £90 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
£90
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in South Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,110 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay and thought was excellent value for the money. For old property it has been kept up well. I enjoyed they had pool and strong AC in the rooms."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham Airport/Maine Mall
Germaine Inn South Portland

Germaine Inn South Portland

2 out of 5
675 Main Street I-95, Rt 1-I95 ex 45-I295 Ex 3, South Portland, ME
The price is £78 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
£78
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in South Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Maine Mall and Thompson's Point ...
7.4/10 Good! (116 reviews)
"They did not have my accessible room ready when I arrived at 3 pm. The WiFi setup was very clunky and only partial worked."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Germaine Inn South Portland
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Portland

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Portland

3 out of 5
155 Riverside St, Portland, ME
The price is £110 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
£110
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,043 reviews)
"Most comfortable beds! Room could have used a vacuum but sheets were clean and bathtub was clean. No frills, not modern, but served its purpose. Welcome staff was delightful!"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Portland
Clarion Hotel Portland

Clarion Hotel Portland

2.5 out of 5
1230 Congress St, Portland, ME
The price is £127 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
£127
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Room was clean and bed was comfy; the bathroom sink gargled periodically, waking me in the night. Grab-n-go breakfast was listed on expedia but that isn't offered every day. Friendly and helpful staff"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Clarion Hotel Portland
Comfort Inn Airport

Comfort Inn Airport

2.5 out of 5
90 Maine Mall Rd, South Portland, ME
The price is £110 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
£110
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in South Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,447 reviews)
Great service, food and price
"We were late checking in and greeted professionally and timely. The room was clean and while small, it was all we needed. We had breakfast before we left in the morning. The area was also clean and had lots to choose from. We will definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Comfort Inn Airport
The Westin Portland Harborview

The Westin Portland Harborview

4 out of 5
157 High St, Portland, ME
The price is £172 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
£172
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Portland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Nice property could add some vending machines by ice machines for soft drinks and snacks."

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025

The Westin Portland Harborview
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Other neighbourhoods around Willard

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Meetinghouse Hill

While Meetinghouse Hill may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Willard Beach and Victoria Mansion.

Meetinghouse Hill
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Loveitts Field

Loveitts Field might not have many top sights, but Willard Beach and Portland Harbor Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Loveitts Field
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Ferry Village

While Ferry Village isn't home to many top sights, Willard Beach and Casco Bay Lines Ferry Terminal are some notable places to visit nearby.

Ferry Village
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Willard Beach

When in Willard Beach, you can plan a visit to Willard Beach and Portland Harbor Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Willard Beach
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Knightville

While Knightville isn't home to many top sights, Victoria Mansion and Portland Museum of Art are some notable places to visit nearby.

Knightville
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Cash Corner

While there might not be top attractions in Cash Corner, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Thompson's Point and Hadlock Field.

Cash Corner

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